That's interesting, because it's anonymity that enables some people to post more than just spitballs or "ditto" remarks. I've always wondered why the anonymous thing drives some people so crazy -- you walk into a bar and strike up a conversation with people you've never met ... does it drive you crazy that they're anonymous?

I think for many bloggers, especially on BoJack, that signing your full name could/will lead to being blackballed and worse by politicians, bureaucrats and others. It has for me and I have proof. And I'm not paranoid. It happens in our fair city.

One big difference: In China, they're requiring it for ALL blogs. There's no space for anonymous comments.

But Jack, if you wanted to require real identities (setting aside the technical challenge), your fans and critics have plenty of other places to go be anonymous and engage in their fandom or criticism. Twitter, for one. Blogger, for another. Set up either in 15 seconds flat. For free.

Jack, if you've figured out a way to go real-ID exclusive and decide that's what you want to do... go right ahead. It's a far cry from what China is doing.

Road Work

Miles run year to date: 113
At this date last year: 155
Total run in 2016: 155
In 2015: 271
In 2014: 401
In 2013: 257
In 2012: 129
In 2011: 113
In 2010: 125
In 2009: 67
In 2008: 28
In 2007: 113
In 2006: 100
In 2005: 149
In 2004: 204
In 2003: 269